Water Quality in VALLEY GRANDE, AL (36701)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 36701.
60
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
60
Monitoring / Reporting
60
Resolved
What does this mean?
60 of 60 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 60 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (60 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Beta Particle Activity | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2021(60)
Gross Beta Particle Activity
03
Radium-226
03
Nitrate
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
Styrene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
Radium-226
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Ethylbenzene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Styrene
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
Gross Beta Particle Activity
03
Ethylbenzene
03
How Does This Compare?
VALLEY GRANDE (36701) has 60 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.